HyperDic: sigeh

English > 1 sense of the word sigeh:
NOUNstatesigeha Shiite tradition of temporary marriage permitted in Iran that allows a couple to specify the terms of their relationship
English > sigeh: 1 sense > noun 1, state
MeaningA Shiite tradition of temporary marriage permitted in Iran that allows a couple to specify the terms of their relationship; can last from a few minutes to 99 years.
Example"sigeh legally wraps premarital sex in an Islamic cloak"
CategoryIslam, MuslimismThe civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion
Broadermarriage, matrimony, union, spousal relationship, wedlockThe state of being a married couple voluntarily joined / joined for life (or until divorce)

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